International Merit Scholarship at the University of South Florida in the USA
Applicant criteria
- 18 - 60
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity description
The University of South Florida (USF) is a public research university located in Florida, USA. It welcomes a large number of international students and provides high-quality academic programs across diverse fields, with a strong focus on academic excellence, innovation, and research.
The scholarships offered by USF’s Office of International Admissions are merit-based scholarships for international students admitted to undergraduate or graduate programs. These awards are not fully funded but provide partial tuition waivers, reducing the overall cost of attendance for high-achieving students.
Application Deadline
Applications for students starting in Summer or Fall 2025 must be completed by January 15 to be considered for the scholarships.
Admission application, academic records, test scores, and application fee must all be submitted before the deadline.
Benefits
Partial tuition waivers for non-Florida residents (out-of-state tuition).
Several merit awards such as the Green and Gold Presidential Waiver, Green and Gold Directors Waiver, and Green and Gold Scholars Waiver, each covering different amounts of tuition costs per academic year.
Award notifications are sent after university admission, and details can be checked via the student self-service portal.
Eligibility criteria
Must be an international student (non-resident of Florida).
Must apply as a freshman or transfer student to an undergraduate or graduate program.
Must demonstrate strong academic performance (GPA and, if required, language proficiency tests).
Must submit all required admission documents before the deadline, including transcripts, test scores, and application fee.